IMC Pulse – June 2017
Welcome to the second edition of IMC Pulse 2017. Our objective is to deliver on our ‘duty of care’ by providing health updates and news to ensure your wellbeing. The mid-year…
When is a fever a fever?
When is a Fever a Fever? What is a normal temperature? A normal temperature ranges from 36.4C – 37C (98F). Temperatures taken in the ear are reasonably accurate (rectal temperature…
Bladder Infections – The Facts
What causes a bladder infection? Bladder infection, or cystitis, occurs when bacteria enter the bladder through the urethra, multiplying and causing inflammation in the bladder. The commonest bacteria causing cystitis…
Hand Foot and Mouth
What is Hand Foot and Mouth? Hand foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common childhood infection caused by a group of enteroviruses and the most common virus known is…
All about childhood Asthma
Dr Sri answers a few questions about childhood Asthma What exactly is asthma? Asthma is a common condition affecting the lungs in children. Typically airways in the lungs become inflamed…
The difference between Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke
Staying Cool – what’s the difference between Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke? We live in what evolutionary biologists call the ‘Goldilocks zone’, (not to hot, or too cold), in which a…
Rashes in babies
Is your child’s face covered in white spots or do they have a red ring around their neck? Rashes in a baby can be pretty scary. A rash is a…
Influenza & Flu Vaccine
What is influenza (also called flu)? The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness,…
Dr Kaye McMullan from IMC Katong discusses Weaning
Everyone you speak to will all have something to say about the best way to introduce solids and the ‘rules’ you should follow. However they will all be telling you…
Head Lice – An itchy issue
What are head lice? Head lice are insects that live on the scalp and enjoy drinking human blood. How do you catch head lice? Typically children spread head lice through…
Southern Hemisphere Flu Vaccines
Please be aware we have just received the new Southern Hemisphere Flu Vaccine. We do advise that you protect you and your family : FLUARIX-TETRA VACCINE (SOUTHERN STRAIN) Consist of…
IMC Pulse April – 2017
Welcome to IMC Pulse April Edition. A quarter of the year has gone by already. If you have not had a chance to do your annual Health Screening we recommend…
Fever In Children
Fevers are more frightening than they are harmful; they are usually a sign that the body is fighting an infection. The main reason to treat a fever is if your…
Acne in Teenagers – The Facts
WHAT IS ACNE? Acne vulgaris, consists of the non-inflammatory form, known as comedones & the inflammatory form. The inflammatory form is caused by bacterial infection of the comedones (commonly known…
A Day in the Life of a School Nurse
Have you ever wondered what it must be like being a School Nurse? We caught up with Susan Tweedie, Lead Nurse at Stamford American International School and got the inside…
Getting Personal with our Doctors…Dr Sri
As part of our ‘Getting Personal with our Doctors’ series we posed some questions to Dr Sri. Dr Sri, you have been in Singapore for a few months now. How does…
Mindful Parenting for 0-3 Year Olds
Parenting small children can be tough. Dr Foong from IMC Katong outlines a few pointers to help guide parents through some of the common challenges. Why do babies cry? It’s…
IMC Pulse – Feb 17
Welcome to IMC Pulse February edition. We are excited to welcome two new doctors to our Paediatric Clinic. Dr Sri Jakka has written an article on one of his…
Getting Personal with Dr Monika
We welcome Dr Monika Tasani to our Paediatric clinic. We thought we would take the opportunity to get to know her a little better: Q: Dr Monika, welcome to IMC.…
Do you need a Sexual Health Screening?
Who should go for a sexual health screening and how regularly? If you are sexually active, getting tested for STDs is one of the most important things you can do…
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